Fisheries Scientist Salary

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How much does a Fisheries Scientist make? The average Fisheries Scientist salary is $110,227 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $100,206 and $122,824. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Fisheries Enviromental Regulations Specialist
Muckleshoot Indian Tribe - Auburn , WA
EDUCATION - EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING FOR POSITION A Master's Degree in Fisheries Biology, Fisheries Science, Environmental Science, or closely related field, from an accredited college or university ...
ZipRecruiter - 43 days ago
Seasonal Dissection Technician
Cramer Fish Sciences - West Sacramento , CA
Undergraduate coursework in Fisheries Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field. * Valid class C driver's license. * Proficient in Microsoft Office 365. * Ability to lift and ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 36 days ago
Lower Yakima River Coordinator
Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation - Yakima , WA
Ten years of professional experience fisheries science with experience in Northwest highly desired.
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Wildlife and Fisheries Biologist - Construction Monitor
Stillwater Sciences - Berkeley , CA
Berkeley or Davis, CA Stillwater Sciences seeks a highly motivated wildlife and fisheries biologist based in Berkeley or Davis (CA) to play a key role in construction monitoring and environmental ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 57 days ago
Fish Health and Immunology Lab Support Specia
Saltwater Inc - Anchorage , AK
We are currently recruiting for a Fish Health Scientist. This individual will work with the Northwest Fisheries Science Center (NWFSC) Environmental and Fisheries Sciences (EFS) Division to support ...
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Senior-level Biologist
Anchor QEA - San Francisco , CA
The senior-level biologist will have an expertise in aquatic and fisheries sciences and be responsible for managing projects, leading biological-resources components of regulatory permitting ...
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Fisheries Scientist Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Fisheries Scientist between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of March 26, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Fisheries Scientist in each city.

Fisheries Scientist Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $137,784
Washington, DC $122,683
Miami, FL $106,369
Chicago, IL $115,628
Boston, MA $123,565
New York, NY $128,745
Dallas, TX $108,794
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Average Salary Range for Fisheries Scientist

Average Base Salary

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100206
122824
110227

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
102731
126714
113918
What is the average salary for Fisheries Scientist in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Fisheries Scientist in the United States. The base salary for Fisheries Scientist ranges from $100,206 to $122,824 with the average base salary of $110,227. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $102,731 to $126,714 with the average total cash compensation of $113,918.

View Average Salary for Fisheries Scientist as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $110,227 $100,206 - $122,824
Bonus $3,691 $2,525 - $3,890
Total Pay $113,918 $102,731 - $126,714
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

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What's the difference between Fisheries Biologists and Fisheries Scientist?
According to our latest salary estimation on March 26, 2024. The average salary of Fisheries Scientist is $110,227, and the average salary of Fisheries Biologists is $57,570. The average salary of Fisheries Biologists is lower than Fisheries Scientist. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
I am a Fisheries Scientist, which location’s salary is higher, Oxnard, CA or Hutchinson, KS?
Oxnard, CA typically sees higher pay than Hutchinson, KS for Fisheries Scientist. a Fisheries Scientist Salary in Oxnard, CA is $118,164 as of March 26, 2024; a Fisheries Scientist Salary in Hutchinson, KS is $101,850 as of March 26, 2024. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )

Fisheries Scientist Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the salary of a Fisheries Scientist vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
What are the Pay Factors for Fisheries Scientist?
Salary ranges for a Fisheries Scientist can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Last Update: March 26, 2024